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Satan & omnipresence

Discussion in 'Baptist Theology & Bible Study' started by Jedi Knight, Jul 5, 2009.

  1. Marcia

    Marcia Active Member

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    Satan is a creature so he cannot be omnipresent. However, due to his demonic servants, I think when one says "Satan," one is also referring to the demons.

    It is true Satan works through situations that we open ourselves to, and we are the ones who decide to give in to temptation. However, it is also true that Satan is always at work against the gospel and to hurt our Christian witness.
     
  2. MB

    MB Well-Known Member

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    Of course. I believe sin always starts in man's own heart. It's called desire, want, covet, and lust. We have been set free of these and do not have to submit to those things. If we do it is always our choice.
    MB
     
  3. LeBuick

    LeBuick New Member

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    Good point, and we shouldn't forget Satan is the great "tempter" and "deceiver" but can't make you do anything...
     
  4. HankD

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    Think about the leadership of organized crime cartels and how they communicate with cell phones able to transmit images, messages, orders, etc.

    What powers of instant communications and transport does the evil one have? Probably far in advance of our technology.

    Here is an example:

    Luke 4
    5 And the devil, taking him up into an high mountain, shewed unto him all the kingdoms of the world in a moment of time.​

    "ubiquitous" (which some has already used) is a much better term than omnipresent when describing his power.

    HankD
     
  5. Jedi Knight

    Jedi Knight Well-Known Member
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    Good point HankD!:type:
     
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